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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field WatchvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

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GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MarathonGPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch
MSRP $650
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
LonginesLEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED
MSRP $3,200

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch36mm
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm
Power Reserve
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch40h
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h
Water Resistance
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch30m
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m
MSRP
GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch$650
LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
52.6mm
Lug Width
16mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
30m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Both sides
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Swiss High-Torque Quartz (3J, EOL)
L888.5
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$3,200

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What people say

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Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch

Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch owners praise its tritium tubes, Mil-spec designation, and scratch-resistant case finish, with some finding the 36mm size practical for field use. However, some owners criticize its perceived overpriced nature, thick case, and squared-off lugs, while others point to the composite case material, 30m water resistance, and unbranded movement as drawbacks. On balance, owners are divided on the Marathon GPQ-D (Officer's Quartz with Date) Field Watch, with opinions split on its value and design features.

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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